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Dr. Michelle Turnley, MD

Physiatrist

Birmingham, AL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Turnley, Physiatrist in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Michelle Turnley, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Turnley is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Turnley’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Turnley’s office at (205) 297-9411.

    What languages does Dr. Turnley speak?

    Dr. Turnley and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Turnley typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Turnley diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Turnley. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache
    • Dorsalgia
    • Spinal Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
    • M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteady Gait
    • Balance Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Turnley typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Michelle Turnley may include:

    Please contact Dr. Turnley's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Turnley accept my insurance?

    Dr. Turnley accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 297-9411 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Turnley accept in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Turnley in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Alabama

    • United Mine Workers of America (UMWA)

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Turnley's office located?

    Dr. Michelle Turnley's Primary Practice

    619 19th St S

    Birmingham, AL 35249

    (205) 297-9411

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    Dr. Michelle Turnley's Practice 2

    200 Montgomery Hwy Ste 150

    Vestavia Hills, AL 35216

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    Dr. Michelle Turnley's Practice 3

    1717 6th Ave S

    Birmingham, AL 35233

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    What hospitals are Dr. Turnley affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Turnley has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    North Mississippi Medical Center Gilmore - Amory,Amory, MS
    Sylacauga Surgical Associates,Sylacauga, AL

    What is Dr. Turnley's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Turnley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376563494.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Turnley?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Turnley

    What is Dr. Michelle Turnley's specialty?

    Dr. Turnley is a Physiatrist near Birmingham, AL.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is Dr. Michelle Turnley affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Turnley is affiliated with Uab Hospital, Ascension St. Vincent’s Birmingham which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see a Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Physiatrist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Michelle Turnley accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Michelle Turnley is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michelle Turnley offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Turnley's office at (205) 297-9411 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Michelle Turnley?

    Please contact Dr. Turnley's office at (205) 297-9411 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Turnley's office located?

    Dr. Turnley's offices are located in Birmingham, AL and Vestavia Hills, AL.